Question 104691
Let's say the bed and breakfast charges X per night. 
With 8% tax, it's $172.80.
Room Charge + Tax = Total
{{{X + 8X/100 = 172.80}}}
{{{X + .08X = 172.80}}}
{{{1.08X = 172.80}}}
{{{X = 172.80/1.08}}}
{{{X = 160.00}}}
The room rate is $160.00 and the tax is ($160)(0.08) or $12.80.